Love me or leave me (Rebecca and Theodore)

Chapter 180 

As Stacy tried to leave, Gifford noticed her and immediately chased after her. Stacey quickly pulled Lillian and Kevin behind her, watching Gifford warily. 

Gifford hesitated for a moment, then quickly said, “Don’t be nervous. I mean you no harm.” 

Lillian and Kevin peeked out from behind their mother, curiously looking at the strange man in front of them. Michael and Pamela also noticed Stacey and the two children at the entrance. They were momentarily stunned, especially Michael. 

However, Michael quickly regained composure, his expression turning to one of displeasure, an ominous aura surrounding him. Six months ago, he still had hopes for the Carter family. However, after being schemed against by Theodore and forced to hand over the Edwards family’s shares, he would be irritated every time he saw anyone related to Theodore. 

“I didn’t expect to meet you here. Can I invite you and the two children for a meal?” Gifford asked cautiously, looking at Stacey. Exclusive © material by Nô(/v)elDrama.Org.

Stacey’s expression was cold, and she said with displeasure, “There’s no need. We’re not that close.” With that, Stacey turned to leave with Lillian and Kevin. 

Anxious, Gifford called out as he followed, “Ms. Carter, I know you won’t remarry Theodore. You don’t need to be nervous.” 

Stacey looked at Gifford, who was blocking their way, and asked irritably, “What exactly do you want?” 

Gifford looked into her eyes, and after a moment of thought, he made up his mind. He immediately said, “Theodore and Jenny are getting married. You still don’t know Jenny’s true color, right?” 

Stacey frowned, displeased. “If they want to get married, go ahead. Jenny’s character has nothing to do with me” 

Gifford laughed. He looked at Stacey and continued, “On the surface, it seems unrelated. But once Jenny gets pregnant and gives birth to Theodore’s child, do you think she will let your two children live peacefully? Your two children are legally entitled to inherit Theodore’s property!” 

When Stacey heard that, her heart skipped a beat. She stared at Gifford. 

Gifford stared back at her and smiled. “I know the Carter family is wealthy and willing to give these two children inheritance rights. You might not care about the Edwards family’s assets, but just because you don’t want them doesn’t mean Jenny believes you don’t.” 

“What harm can she bring to Lily and Kev?” Stacey sneered. 

Gifford was silent for a moment, then said, ‘I had someone investigate some information abroad about the Smith family and Jenny. Ms. Carter, if you’re interested, we can have a meal and discuss it in detail. How about it?” 

Stacey stared at Gifford as the latter smiled at her. After a long silence, Stacey said, “I need to take Lily and Kev home first.” 

Gifford was surprised, then smiled and nodded. “Okay. Do you need me to escort you back?” 

Stacey was rendered speechless. Naturally, she didn’t let Gifford escort her. She took Lillian and Kevin home, entrusted her mother and the two nannies to take care of the children, and then left for the restaurant where she had agreed to meet Gifford. 

Sitting down in the private room, Stacey cut to the chase and asked, “What problem does Jenny have?” Gifford took out a printed document and pushed it across the table to her. Curious Stacey took the document and began reading. Her expression darkened as she read through it. Gifford’s information revealed that Jenny had a previous marriage before her encounter with Theodore. 

In Jenny’s previous marriage, her ex–husband Jeffrey Thatcher had an adorable daughter named Sophie Thatcher, who was conceived with his ex–girlfriend before he met Jenny. But after Jenny married Jeffrey, Sophie died in a car accident just six. months later. According to Gifford’s investigation, the accident was not a simple mishap. There was a high possibility that Jenny had tampered with the car Sophie was in beforehand. At least, that was what Jeffrey believed. 

Unfortunately, Jeffrey could never find concrete evidence to prove that Jenny had deliberately caused Sophie’s death. The couple’s constant arguments over the matter eventually led to their divorce. 

“Why are you telling me this?” Stacey asked, regaining her composure as she looked at Gifford. 

Gifford handed her the menu, inviting her to order. 

“No thanks,” Stacey declined instantly. 

Gifford hesitated for a moment and decided not to insist. He said solemnly, “I have no ulterior motive. I just want to establish a good relationship. When I want to expand my company in the future, I hope the Carter family knows that I’ve nothing to do with Theodore and will not suppress me along with him.” 

Over the past year, the Carter family had been marginalizing and suppressing the Edwards Group in both connections and the market. Many business owners who wanted to cooperate with the Carter family were now hesitant to deal with the Edwards family, making it much harder for the Edwards Group to expand its business domestically. 

“You started your own company?” Stacey was surprised. 

Gifford smiled bitterly and said. “Yes. There’s no other way. Theodore seized all the Edwards Group’s shares and kicked me out. But I can’t just give up, can I? I worked hard for so many years to become the deputy CEO. If it weren’t for the fact that Theodore is my father’s son with his first wife, I believe that with my ability, I would have been the CEO of the Edwards Group, not Theodore 

“That’s your business. It has nothing to do with me,” Stacey said as she stood up. Then, she looked at Gifford and added, “father understand about Jenny’s past now. Thanks for the warning. I’ll have someone keep an eye on her. And I’ll tell my about what you said.” 

Gifford was overjoyed and quickly expressed his gratitude, saying, “Thank you!” 

Stacey picked up her bag and left the private room. As soon as she stepped our, two bodyguards approached her. Debra was worried about Stacey’s safety, so she sent them to ensure Stacey’s safety. With the bodyguards escorting her, Stacey soon returned home. 

Debra, worried about Stacey, hurried out to greet her. “How did it go? He didn’t trouble you, did he?” 

Stacey handed Gifford’s document to her mother. After reaching the living room, Debra began to read the document carefully. When she finished, her face turned pale. “Tomorrow–No. I’ll arrange for more bodyguards right now. From now on, bodyguards will accompany Lily and Kev everywhere, and their vehicles must be thoroughly checked. We cannot give Jenny any opportunities,” Debra said. 

“Are we going to live with constant vigilance forever?” Stacey felt weary, Suddenly, she thought of something and said. Are “Mom, I want to have someone investigate Jenny and her ex–husband. If Jenny truly caused her ex–husband’s child’s death, we should be able to sentence her to jail according to the law.” Once Jenny was imprisoned, they wouldn’t have to worry about her scheming against Lillian and Kevin anymore.